The latest FWP report highlights excellent fishing opportunities across Canyon Ferry, Hauser, and Holter reservoirs. Walleye are biting well in specific areas using various techniques, while rainbow trout and perch are also being caught. Shore fishing, evening hours, and trolling remain effective for multiple species, enhancing the outdoor experience.

Despite poor weekend weather keeping most anglers away, those who ventured out found success catching rainbows using various techniques at Canyon Ferry, Hauser, and Holter reservoirs.

Spring fishing in the Helena valley is improving, with notable action in Canyon Ferry, Hauser, and Holter lakes. Anglers report success with various baits as fish awaken and prepare to spawn.

Rainbow fishing is thriving at Canyon Ferry, Hauser, and Holter reservoirs, with successful methods including various flies, jigs, and worms. Anglers are also catching occasional walleye.

Final winter fishing report for Helena-area reservoirs before updates resume in April. Ice is highly variable and can change fast, and Canyon Ferry’s south end is seeing expanding open water that’s undermining nearby ice—use extreme caution on any ice.

Anglers should exercise caution due to varying ice conditions. Fishing yields include rainbows at Canyon Ferry and Helena Valley, while Hauser and Holter have mostly open water and unstable ice.

Anglers are reminded that ice conditions can be extremely variable.  Ice thickness can range from thick enough to support a […]